How do You React When the Unexpected Happens? Do difficulties dissuade you from reaching your athletic goals or do they give you the motivation to discover new ways to keep the momentum moving forward? It is said to “expect the unexpected,” but what is most important is to be prepared for the unexpected. All athletes face adversity. Gymnasts … Sport Psychology Article…
How to Perform Functionally, Not Perfectly Is perfectionism helpful or harmful to your performance? Do you see perfectionism as a key to your success? Many top athletes players call themselves perfectionists. You look at these players with admiration and conclude that perfectionism is the way to go to reach your full potential in sport. Perfectionism does have clear … Sport Psychology Article…
How Not to Get Frustrated with Losing Are you an athlete who sees one loss as a failure? Or maybe after losing a game, you might feel dejected or lack motivation? Many athletes feel totally dejected after losing a game or competition. It makes no difference if they lost to a lower ranked opponent or the best athlete … Sport Psychology Article…
Physical Activation Can Improve Your Intensity Athletes often under perform early in competition because they lack the proper level of intensity. Why is intensity important for athletes? When athletes come prepared with a high level of intensity, they’re more likely to focus better in competition, which results in a better overall performance. If you (or your athletes) come … Sport Psychology Article…
Sports Confidence Buster #10 Do you beat yourself up after competitions and only focus on your mistakes? Self-criticism hurts an athlete but the effect of criticism is doubled when it comes from within the athlete’s mind. Being self-critical is the quickest way to shatter confidence. Many times, athletes describe themselves as being their own biggest critic. This mindset … Sport Psychology Article…
Sports Confidence Buster #9 Do you (or your athletes) have to perform well in warm ups to feel confident at the start of competition? I’m sure you build confidence from lots of practice and training. But what happens to your confidence when you don’t perform up to your expectations during the the warm up? This is a common … Sport Psychology Article…